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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
5
Seattle prepares for Shrine convention events over two weeks ending July 17. Alaska Building will glow in crimson white and blue before July 4 with streamers candles and citywide decorations from Pine to Jackson Street. Mardi Gras night will feature six to eight bands, open air tango, and a mask ban by Chief of Police Lang.
M. F. Poveson, a blind superintendent of the Union Christian Mission home, escaped death when his apartment at 2818 Jackson St caught fire Tuesday. The neighboring lodging house at 2822 Jackson St, owned by Mrs. M. F. Tuttle, was destroyed. Poveson, alone at home, was trapped but managed to flee with minor burns as damage totaled about $2,000.
Gov Lister and Thurston county commissioners post a $1000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the murderer of Frank Welds a Olympia tailor found dead near Gate A clue lies in a pair of shoes found near Weise body with the left shoe slashed detectives suspect a tramp with a lame left foot who recently received new footwear from Mrs Edward Olson wife of the state labor commissioner Robbery is believed to be the motive in the Weise murder.
An auto passenger train collision in the Preston railroad yard killed E Donaldson 32 and injured Jonas Broo and Nels Ross. The car driven by Broo was struck on a crossing by Northern Pacific train No 446. All three men worked for Preston Mill Co. The wreck occurred five miles east of Issaquah.
A reader notes a Swedish flag flying at J. E. Chilberg’s home with no American flag visible. City Editor queries the issue while P. W. and C. E. B. discuss an ordinance on flag precedence. Chilberg mentions today is the king of Sweden’s birthday.
Washington June 16 Gen George W Goethals builder of the Panama canal will retire in the fall after completing the canal estimates for the next fiscal year the war department announced today.
An advertisement touts a remedy labeled by Dr Macy promising relief for a range of ailments including rheumatism digestive issues and nervous debility. It lists hours and location at 151 Broadway Second Ave Seattle Washington with daily operation from morning to early evening and a Sunday schedule.
The 53rd graduating class filed into Meany hall for commencement exercises with alumni, friends, and families present. Rev Sidney H Morgan gave selections, Dr Frank Fairchild Wesbrook delivered the address, Henry Landes awarded degrees, and Loretta Denny fellowships were announced.
A Vancouver soldier's letter from the front reports the French plan to use a new deadly device that freezes and instantly kills within range as retaliation for German asphyxiating methods. The letter asserts German fury toward Canadians, describing brutal treatment and no prisoners, including an alleged crucifixion on a barn door.
Jue Quon Tai, an 18 year old Chinese prima donna from San Francisco, reveals her parents dressed her in boys clothes for nine years due to her birth as a girl. She speaks of Cantonese roots, family opposition, and her New York education as she prepares her first stage appearance at Pantages.
Paris reports the British again press the Germans along the Bethune and La Basse canal with French cooperation in a general assault near Arras. Strong attacks were delivered by English troops against German lines, officially announced today.
Mrs. Katheryn M. Thompson, wife of Attorney Matt M Thompson, sues Seattle Park Co. claiming a $350 diamond ring and other items disappeared from her purse at the Luna Park bathing area after a swim last June. Park official Walter W. Powers testified he did not see the ring placed in her purse.
Vancouver June 16. Mayor Taylor may be ousted again after two judgments were filed against land deeds tied to a friend. If upheld, he would lose office for a second time this term. six months earlier he had been ruled unqualified for not owning land and was briefly removed before a new election returned him to office.
In Washington on June 16 secretary Lane McAdoo and Burke are cited to appear before the supreme court Friday to show cause why a restraining order should not be issued preventing payment of 1,150,000 to Canadian officers of the Alaska Northern railway. Chicago holders of stock in the Alaska Central railway, predecessor of the Alaska Northern, bring the suit.
Enthusiastic residents from Vashon Island join 400 Bremertonites in a meeting with King and Kitsap county commissioners. Capt John Anderson of Anderson 8. 8. Co. pledges a ferry for the Kitsap side of Vashon if the county guarantees slips and proper road links.
Concluding arguments were heard today before Judge Wright of the superior court in Olympia on the prohibition measure adopted last November. Attorney General Tanner and John H. Powell argued for the drys after earlier attacks by Preston Danworth and Wooten. A ruling is expected to be appealed up to the state and possibly the U S Supreme Court.
An old advertisement promotes Stearns Electric Paste as the best solution to eliminate cockroaches, rats, mice, and water bugs. It claims a two ounce box costs twenty five cents and should be used at night with directions in fifteen languages, producing a pan of dead roaches by morning.
Washington June 16 Armed with General Villa's guarantee of non interference the Red Cross was actively preparing today to rush its relief work in Mexico.
In Tacoma on June 16 stockholders reach a truce in Crescent Oil Co disputes. C Christopher plans to press further at a second meeting while John C Slater has quit claimed the 40 acre oil well site mortgage as part of ongoing settlement talks with unresolved details hinted by Christopher.
After a Tuesday meeting Rainier Valley planners prepared a June 25 festival with fireworks street dancing electrical displays clown parades and brass bands. At least 5000 are expected and a half holiday will be declared to promote the valley. The Lakewood Choral Society will perform after the downtown parade and Mayor Gill will speak. Fireworks start at 9 10 and dancing follows at 10 15.
Judge French dismissed the suit of American Savings bank against National Surety Co. and cleared Graham K. Betts Frank M. Sullivan and George F. Russell of blame. Vault keys had allowed $8,300 to disappear but the court found no specific fault by the three officers bonded by the surety firm.
Washington officials expressed skepticism about a New York Tribune story. Acting Secretary Lansing and former Secretary Bryan denied knowledge of the alleged facts. Lansing suggested a possible investigation but said even if true the charges would not violate the law.
Mrs. Cevilla Mondor a Tampico Telephone Co operator near North Yakima claims unpaid minimum wage and places a lien on company property for 482 dollars 9 cents.
The notice advertises opening an account with a safe savings institution for $1. It promises easier future deposits and a 4 percent interest rate.
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